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TSDevilhpk
post Mar 30 2006, 01:21 PM, updated 20y ago

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i want 2 buy a computer.
But i hv a limited budget..... around RM1-2k. can abit higher than 2k
last time i buy a full set from dell, now i trying 2 do it myself. coz i wanted 2 learn.
My usage is just for school project n little gaming.
Btw, i want a LCD screen, intel processor. i heard from fren that diff motherboard using diff casing, is that true?

can list down the brand n model name i should buy?
for example like motherboard, LCD screen, ram, graphic card n those?

thx ^^
I'm a newbie so plz forgive me
ltw82
post Mar 30 2006, 01:31 PM

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wrong section izzit?

how big the LCD? 1k is imposibble to buy a new rig and LCD.....
2k is very tight for buying a new rig and LCD.....
shanelai
post Mar 30 2006, 01:33 PM

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Budget for RM2k wif a LCD set is little bit tight... Somemore for Intel platform... Why dont u consider AMD64?? thumbup.gif
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post Mar 30 2006, 01:45 PM

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Go for AMD64 la since it's a desktop.. Cheaper and more bang for buck... the technology has longer working life anyway... RM2k is streching it...

CPU with mobo might set you back at least RM600. Add in a decent 15" LCD... add another RM500 maybe (check the pricelists in the mainpage) 17" LCDs cost a bit still. Most hover around the RM1k mark. Alternative? Flat screen CRTs. Samsungs work well here. And if gets worse if u want a graphics card. An el cheapo one will set you back RM200 minimum. A mainstream... RM500 if you're lucky. This is not counting mice, keyboard, NIC, modem, speakers, audio card, optical drives etc...

You might want to search on the web for entry-level rigs... www.hardwarezone.com and www.arstechnica.com might have something for you. Else google it. They will give u an idea of what brands & specs you should look for with the budget.

Unless you're looking for a PC to use for 1-2 years and then throw... best to keep an option for upgradeable components.

p.s. my prices above may be out as i've not kept touch with the PC component market lately. They're just ballpark figures from memory.
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post Mar 30 2006, 01:47 PM

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Aiyaya... RM2k cannot get LCD ler (at least RM800++) some more Intel based sure more expensive than AMD based. Better get a pricelist and check it yourself so u know wat's the price range, do a bit of research than u may get a nice PC customed by urself smile.gif
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post Mar 30 2006, 01:55 PM

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Why not AMD?! wink.gif
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post Mar 30 2006, 04:35 PM

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Go for an AMD-based PC... These are as reliable and speedy as Intel's processors but at a fraction of the price!

Btw, are u in the PJ area? IF yes, i can introduce you to a friend who owns a computer shop in Atria DJ...
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post Mar 30 2006, 04:57 PM

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2K? a really low end PC that chugs and a 2nd hand 15" LCD. you might be able to pull it off...
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post Mar 30 2006, 05:52 PM

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Your setup also depends if you can recycle your old pc's parts. Can save a little money there.

Techically possible for a sub 2k pc with a 15" lcd.
Won't be a great pc nor great lcd..

TSDevilhpk
post Mar 31 2006, 12:13 AM

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i finally persuade my fren 2 expand his budget!!!!
this is wat i wanted 2 get for him..any comment?

17" samsung 713N
Athlon64 3200+ (Socket 939)
Asus A8N-SLI
512*2 Corsair pc3200 DDR VC CL2.5
Western Digital 160GB HDD
Gecube ATI Radeon X550 256MB DDR2
Creative Audigy Value
ATX Enlight 300W/4 Bays
altec lansing 121I/3 piece
Asus DVD-RW
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post Mar 31 2006, 08:32 AM

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Config looks pretty good to me.... How much would that be?

 

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